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Stolen IDs Go For Cheap In The Internet’s Underworld
September 24, 2015

You’re cheap, let’s face it. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive...

Could The Blockchain’s Bitcoin Bump Out Cash?
September 24, 2015

With all the chatter about blockchain technology, blockchain-based digital currencies and their potential impact on the mainstream financial system, perhaps it shouldn’t be so surprising that the Bank of England’s chief economist thinks those digital currencies could replace cash. Get the Full Story Complete the...

Fed Backs NACHA’s Same Day ACH
September 24, 2015

The Federal Reserve announced Sept. 23 its approval for enhancements to the Federal Reserve Banks' same-day ACH service, which goes into effect Sept. 23, 2016.

Merchant Innovation
Are Frictionless Payments An On Ramp To Fraud?
September 24, 2015

The latest research shows the growth of ecommerce fraud rising nearly 100 percent – but could misplaced merchant focus be the reason for the spike? Ralph Dangelmaier, CEO of BlueSnap, sat down with MPD CEO Karen Webster to discuss how shifting the conversation with the...

Passwords Are Dying. Let Them.
September 24, 2015

In this edition, we explore the future of identity protection and debate the slow extinction of passwords with the Fast IDentity Online (FIDO) Alliance

Merchant Innovation
Google’s New Analyst Strategy
September 24, 2015

Google’s new Chief Financial Officer Ruth Porat is changing the company’s relationship with Wall Street. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

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MasterCard Helps SMBs Get EMV-Ready
September 24, 2015

MasterCard is on a mission – its Chip 360 campaign is working down to the final days before the EMV liability shift deadline to ensure small businesses across the U.S. are ready to march full speed ahead into the world of chip-enabled payments. MPD CEO...

Google Throws Its Weight Behind Cybersecurity Startup
September 24, 2015

Internet security company Zscaler announced yesterday (Sept. 23) that it closed a $25 million continuation of its oversubscribed Series D funding round from Google Capital, bringing the company’s total funding raised in the Series D to $110 million. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Xiaomi Takes On Apple With New, Cheaper Smartphone
September 24, 2015

The smartphone share battle in China just got a bit tougher for Apple as Xiaomi — one of China’s top smartphone suppliers — launched its newest smartphone, the Mi 4c. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...